Day: November 12, 2023

Fish out of Water…

Chorus North Shore will be presenting its first concert of the 2023-24 season  – A VIBRANT CHRISTMAS -featuring new director, Abigail Frost. 

The performance will include Daniel Pinkham’s Christmas Cantata, John Rutter’s Gloria and other holiday selections. Joining the Chorus:  the  Bel Canto Choir from Ipswich High School, Presto Festival Orchestra and Accompanist, Jeffrey Patch.

 Come to Our Lady of Hope Church, 1 Pineswamp Road, Ipswich, on December 2, at 7:00 p.m. or December 3 at 3:00 p.m.  for this sparkling opening to the holiday season.

For ticket information and to listen to previous concerts go to www.chorusnorthshore.org

Joey, I received a call from a woman in NYC a few weeks ago who told me was planning to bring her twin sister to Gloucester. Her sister is battling brain cancer and the outlook is not good. She asked if I could assist with getting them an early check-in as it was a long drive here and her sister would be tired. No problem. She also requested a few dining reservations. She mentioned her sister had found My Place by the Sea online and wanted to make sure she could go. I texted Barbara, one of the owners and included the story about how this was a visit I wanted to make memorable. Barbara called me and mentioned that in the off season they are not open on Wednesdays. She immediately mentioned she had told the staff the situation and they all decided they wanted to come in so that she could have that experience. I was blown away!

On Wednesday of this week I dropped them off at Bearskin neck for a noon luncheon. They had a magnificent lunch (lobster carbonara!!) and raved about everything. I want people in the area to know what the proprietors and staff did for this guest. The owners are Kathy Milbury and Barbara Stavropoulos and their incredible team truly made a memorable experience for these women. I am grateful if you can help me let people know about this.

Grateful.

Beauport Bob

The tree has arrived from Nova Scotia and is awaiting the annual Christmas Tree Lighting. You can follow the Kent Circle Tree Lighting Facebook page for updates; the lighting is traditionally held the Sunday following Thanksgiving: Nov 26 2023. The annual parade will kick off from the State Fish Pier at 3 PM and proceed to Kent Circle for the tree lighting. Hoping to see you there! **UPDATED SINCE POST CREATED: The tree is up! Thanks Ringo and crew!***

NOVEMBER 11, 2023 ~ REBSLY

Saturday, November 18^th
9:30 to 2 PM
Rockport High School
24 Jerdens Lane, Rockport

Come get your holiday shopping done or buy something unique for yourself! We will have:

• Amazing Crafters and Artists
• Photos with Santa
• Gingerbread House Kits
• Face Painting
• Sensory Art Table
• Surprise Jars for the Kids (they sell out fast!)
• High Quality Raffle Items
• Yummy Baked Goods
• Coffee and Lunch

This is just a small sample of some of the amazing items that will be there!